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NEW EPISODE! What does it mean to educate for the collective #longnow? Perhaps, this is the question we should be asking, as opposed to maintaining our educational obsession with short-term individual success metrics. Homa Sabet Tavangar is absolutely asking us all this question, along with many other #bigquestions (with her colleagues Will Richardson and Eric Dozier)! In this week's episode, Homa and Tim get into what schools are seeing as #sacred - especially as the needs of our young people and the world shift. How might we move from a 'portrait of a graduate' to a 'portrait of an #ancestor'?  Why is it important to be really understanding who is being ‘unheard’ in your community? The importance of a radical imagination to uncover our 'irresistible futures'. Check out this lovely conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eYc7ayU9

Another look back for our #100thLeaderChat countdown! In this episode, Jeff Rose and Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum discuss how educational leaders can engage in discussions about important issues and keep their communities focused on supporting students. https://hubs.ly/Q02QCmbg0

"What will you do when you grow up?" It's a trick question. It's a trick question designed to trap your mind. The question should be "What problem will you solve?" - Simon Squibb 💬 Simon's on a mission to create cultural change, and that change has to start in our schools. Would you agree? 👇 Tune into this week's episode of #FounderMetrics for more: https://lnkd.in/eu5gJyKT

**📢 New Episode Alert!**  🎙️ White Canes Connect just dropped an inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss! In Episode 114, Lisa Bryant and David Goldstein welcome Krystle Boateng, founder of Inside Ability Books, to share how she’s transforming children’s literature through accessibility and inclusion.  Krystle’s journey began with a personal challenge—losing her central vision at 19 from uveitis. But instead of letting that stop her, she leaned into her creativity and love for storytelling. When she became a mom, she found a gap in the market: accessible picture books with large, high-contrast text. This sparked the birth of Inside Ability Books, designed for parents with low vision, but with benefits that extend far beyond the visually impaired community.  ✨ What makes this episode a must-listen?   - Hear how Krystle’s books changed the life of fellow Federationist Simone Cooper, who describes the joy of finally being able to read to her nieces.   - Discover the challenges Krystle faced while self-publishing and building her brand from the ground up.   - Explore how accessibility features benefit *everyone*, from neurodiverse readers to students sitting in the back of the classroom.  Krystle’s passion and resilience shine through as she pioneers a new genre of inclusive children’s books. If you’re inspired by entrepreneurship, innovation, and breaking barriers, this episode is for you.  #Inclusion #Accessibility #Entrepreneurship #WhiteCanesConnect #DisabilityAwareness #BlindCommunity #Innovation 🔗 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eP8TBjCC

How to gain confidence as a young adult entering the workforce!🌟 • Perfect your look: If you know you look good, you'll feel good. • Be curious: Ask really good questions! • Know your Goals: What do you want to do in the future? • Practice: Attend as many events as you can! I hope this helps! Let me know if you'd like a full episode on this topic, so we can build up our confidence together!!🫶 #decisionday #confidence #genz #highschooler #graduation #youngentrepreneur

🚜 New Episode Alert! 🚜 💪 From Classroom to Septic Systems: Megan Throckmorton's Inspiring Journey 💪 What happens when an agriculture teacher plunges into the world of septic systems? Meet Megan Throckmorton, the unstoppable force behind Harris & Sons Septic, as she recounts her remarkable transition from the classroom to managing a burgeoning septic business across North Carolina and Virginia. 🎙️ In this episode, we cover: ✅Megan's journey from teaching to running a septic business ✅The challenges faced during COVID-19, from childcare to financing equipment ✅Strategic growth tips for a septic service business ✅The importance of community connections and dealership relationships ✅ Multitasking and hiring the right help for business expansion ✅Future goals like acquiring bathroom trailers and enhancing inspection services ✅Overcoming skepticism and earning respect in male-dominated trades ✅The unique perspective women bring to the industry Join us for a riveting tale of grit, innovation, and balancing work and family life, all while raising three energetic boys. This episode is brimming with actionable insights, personal anecdotes, humor, and practical advice. It's a celebration of women’s strength and camaraderie in the service industry and a clarion call for more women to explore these rewarding career paths. 👉 Listen now https://lnkd.in/g_P_wU8b #SepticSystems #WomenInTrades #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #CommunitySupport #FamilyBalance #Inspiration #LadiesKickinAss #KickassMoms #Podcast #Innovation #WomenEmpowerment #CareerTransition #SepticService #GritAndGrace #BreakingBarriers #EmpoweringWomen #ServiceIndustry #FutureGoals

Continuing on my "small steps lead to change" series :-) #howtobehuman

🎧 Ready for some mind-bending insights on life? 🌟 Tune in to "Ask the Doc" with host Dr. V as we dive into the world of life lessons they should've taught us in school! 📚 This week, it's all about mastering conflict resolution - because let's face it, we all need that skill! 😅 Imagine if schools prioritized teaching us these crucial life skills early on instead of just the basics. 💡 Perception and perspective are EVERYTHING. 💭 To think like the rich, we've got to reframe our thinking: problems become challenges, rejection becomes redirection, fear turns into lessons, and anxiety transforms into serenity. 🚀 Don't miss out on the wisdom - hit play now! https://lnkd.in/eMBGEh9f #AskTheDoc #LifeLessons #ConflictResolution #PerspectiveShifts #PodcastJunkie #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #Superpowers #DrV #PodcastEpisode #FinancialFreedomFridays #WealthBuildingWisdom

🚜 New Episode Alert! 🚜 💪 From Classroom to Septic Systems: Megan Throckmorton's Inspiring Journey 💪 What happens when an agriculture teacher plunges into the world of septic systems? Meet Megan Throckmorton, the unstoppable force behind Harris & Sons Septic, as she recounts her remarkable transition from the classroom to managing a burgeoning septic business across North Carolina and Virginia. 🎙️ In this episode, we cover: ✅Megan's journey from teaching to running a septic business ✅The challenges faced during COVID-19, from childcare to financing equipment ✅Strategic growth tips for a septic service business ✅The importance of community connections and dealership relationships ✅ Multitasking and hiring the right help for business expansion ✅Future goals like acquiring bathroom trailers and enhancing inspection services ✅Overcoming skepticism and earning respect in male-dominated trades ✅The unique perspective women bring to the industry Join us for a riveting tale of grit, innovation, and balancing work and family life, all while raising three energetic boys. This episode is brimming with actionable insights, personal anecdotes, humor, and practical advice. It's a celebration of women’s strength and camaraderie in the service industry and a clarion call for more women to explore these rewarding career paths. 👉 Listen now https://lnkd.in/gwKpcCuu #SepticSystems #WomenInTrades #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #CommunitySupport #FamilyBalance #Inspiration #LadiesKickinAss #KickassMoms #Podcast #Innovation #WomenEmpowerment #CareerTransition #SepticService #GritAndGrace #BreakingBarriers #EmpoweringWomen #ServiceIndustry #FutureGoals

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